Annual wage £11,648.00 Wages explained Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week). Minimum Wage Rates Working week Nursery Hours between - 7.30am - 6.30pm. Shifts to be confirmed Total hours per week: 35.0 Expected duration 18 Months Possible start date 07 Oct 2024 Date posted 16 Apr 2024 Apprenticeship level Advanced Level 3 (A level) Reference number VAC1000244919 Positions 2 available What you will do in your working day As an early years educator you will work as a member of the nursery team to ensure that all children attending the setting receive high quality care, are kept safe and receive rich and stimulating play experiences which meet their individual needs. Duties will include: To be trained as an Early Years Educator To contribute to a high-quality caring environment for children, this includes creating a warm, friendly, and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, socially and educationally through individual attention and group activities To create a warm and welcoming environment An ability to use own initiative and share ideas and information A willingness to learn skills in identifying and meeting the children’s needs individually and within a group A willingness to learn skills in observation and recording and put these into practice Learn good knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage framework and how to put the document into practice The ability to work within a team, maintaining positive relationships and developing productive teamwork Listen to advice/constructive criticism from peers/management and act upon it An awareness of Health and Safety within the nursery and ability to report any hazards for the purpose of risk assessments Be supportive and diplomatic in your approach towards parents and children The training you will be getting Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard: Method of deliver tbc. This occupation is found in a range of maintained and private, voluntary, and independent settings such as full day care, children's centres, pre-schools, reception classes, playgroups, nursery schools, home based provision, hospitals, social care settings, out of school environments, and local authority provision. The broad purpose of the occupation is to provide high quality early education and care to children. Through an evidence based approach, they provide opportunities and learning experiences for all children, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Early years educators follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements set by government for the learning, development, and care of children from birth to 5 in both indoor and outdoor environments. In their daily work, an employee in this occupation interacts with children, parents, carers, colleagues, and wider multi agency professionals such as health visitors, early help services, social workers, and speech and language therapists. This includes supporting children with SEND. An employee in this occupation will be responsible for ensuring a safe and secure environment for children's learning. They ensure that the learning environment and provision is inclusive and supports all children, and demonstrate a clear understand of equality, diversity, and inclusion. Early years educator's teach and facilitate children's learning play. They apply the observation, assessment, and planning cycle to support progress and children's development. An early years educator will act as the key person for one or more children within their setting. They may play a leadership role within the setting or may act under the supervision of a manager. You will also need to show: A positive approach to completing relevant courses and qualifications Some understanding of the importance of Health & Safety and Food Hygiene in the workplace Paediatric First aid will be provided What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship Opportunity for further employment after qualification Requirements and prospects Desired skills and personal qualities Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Enthusiastic, Passionate, Nurturing, Reliable & Committed, Highly Motivated Qualifications GCSE or equivalent Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above) Essential BTEC or equivalent any other relevant qualification in this sector (Grade Pass, Merit or Distinction) Desired BTEC or equivalent Early Years L2 (Grade Pass, Merit or Distinction) Desired Things to consider We are looking for two apprentices to join us at Honley Day Care & Pre-Prep, We are preferably looking for Level 3 apprentices who have undertaken a level 2 qualification. This is not essential but desirable